Tornado Warning Issued for Cecil County Amid Severe Weather Threat in Maryland

Severe Weather Sweeps Through Maryland: What You Need to Know

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a flood watch for Friday night, warning residents of heavy rain and severe thunderstorms. Cecil County is currently under a tornado warning, with the strongest storms expected to hit between 8-9 p.m.

Current Weather Alerts

✅ Tornado Watch expanded to Western Maryland, North Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia until 8 p.m.
✅ Flood Warning issued for Anne Arundel County due to rapidly rising waters, which already caused an electrical spark in an Annapolis home, displacing residents.
✅ Power Outages – Baltimore Gas and Electric reports 488 outages as of 9:23 p.m. Friday.

How Severe Are the Storms?

Chief Meteorologist Tom Tasselmyer warned that the midday sunshine fueled the atmosphere, intensifying storms overnight. The biggest threats include:
🌪 Possible tornadoes
💨 Damaging winds
⚡ Large hail
🌧 Heavy rainfall leading to flash flooding

Residents in affected areas should remain indoors, charge electronic devices, and prepare emergency kits in case of further outages.

Safety Tips: What You Should Do

If a Tornado Warning Is Issued Near You:

• Seek immediate shelter in a basement or interior room away from windows.

• If outdoors, find sturdy cover or lie flat in a low-lying area.

• Listen to local emergency updates and stay connected via weather alerts.

Reporting Power Outages:

If storm conditions cause outages, Baltimore Gas and Electric advises reporting them via:
📲 Online – BGE.com
📱 Mobile App – Apple Store or Google Play
📩 Text Message – Send to 69243
📞 Phone – 877-778-2222

🚨 Important Reminder: Avoid downed power lines—even if they don’t appear live—and report any gas odors or fallen wires immediately.

Event Postponements Due to Weather

Given the intensity of the storms, Annapolis Pride organizers have postponed their parade and festival, with a rescheduled date to be announced soon.

Final Thoughts: Stay Prepared, Stay Safe

With severe weather continuing through Saturday afternoon, residents must remain alert for rapidly changing conditions. Will these storms be as impactful as predicted, or will the worst pass over Maryland?

Stay safe and share your storm updates and experiences below! 🌩🌪🚨